Female Support Worker – Start 2026 with purpose in SN14 (Chippenham Area)
Location: SN14 – Chippenham (Just a 15-min walk from Chippenham Community Hospital)
Hours: 37.5 hours per week (varied shifts including sleep-ins)
Pay Rate: £13.04 per hour + £50 per sleep-in shift
Gender Requirement: Female applicants only (Genuine Occupational Requirement under the Equality Act 2010, Schedule 9, Part 1)
“Each day is different—supporting people and seeing changes.”– Current Support Worker
Are You Energetic, Positive, and Ready to Make a Real Difference?We’re looking for a Female Support Worker to join our team in SN14, supporting four adults—two women and two men—aged mid-60s to 80s. Three individuals have profound learning disabilities, and one has a mild learning disability. If you bring good energy, a positive outlook, and initiative, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.
Who Will You Be Supporting?You’ll be supporting individuals who:
- Require personal care and support with daily routines
- Use wheelchairs and hoists (for three individuals)
- Enjoy engaging activities and meaningful relationships
- Benefit from person-centred support and positive risk-taking
Support Overview- Support Type: 1:1 and 2:1
- Shift Patterns:
- Early: 7:00 AM – 2:30 PM
- Late: 2:30 PM – 10:00 PM
- 24-hour: 10:00 AM – 10:00 AM (includes sleep-in)
- Sleep-in: 10:00 PM – 7:00 AM (Paid to sleep)
Support Needs:
- Personal care
- Hoist use
- Wheelchair support
- Meal preparation
- Medication administration
What We’re Looking For- Female support worker (GOR applies)
- Experience in high-needs care settings preferred
- Energetic and proactive personality
- Positive attitude and initiative
- Comfortable with positive risk-taking
- Person-centred approach to care
What Makes This Role Special?This is a vibrant and supportive home where residents enjoy:
- Music, cinema, and social outings
- Accessible trips into town
- Building strong relationships with staff and family
- A cheeky sense of humour and a love for engaging activities
Family InvolvementTwo of the individuals have active family involvement, and building respectful, collaborative relationships is a key part of the role.
Why Choose Dimensions?- Award-Winning Workplace: Great Place to Work for 7 years
- Career Development: Aspire program, funded accredited courses
- Wellbeing & Flexibility: Health checks, mental health support, flexible working
- Recognition: Inspiring People Awards, CEO highlights
- Generous Leave: 30 days annual leave pro rata + buy/sell options
- Additional Perks: Bike to Work scheme, discounts on meals, shopping, entertainment, and gym memberships
- Learn to Drive Scheme: For non-driver opportunities, we cover the cost of driving lessons for colleagues
Other Important Information- Applications reviewed upon receipt – interviews ongoing
- Enhanced DBS required (cost covered by Dimensions)
- Inclusive workforce: We welcome diversity and guarantee interviews for disabled applicants who meet minimum criteria
- BSL support available for all recruitment communications
Gender Requirement:
Gender is considered a genuine occupational requirement in accordance with paragraph 1 of Schedule 9 of the Equality Act 2010 where mentioned. In this context, "gender" refers to the sex legally assigned to an individual.
Ready to make a real difference?
Apply now and join a team that values you and the incredible work you do!
